Chapter 228: Chapter 166: Alchemy Master

Leaving the Celestial Secret Pavilion.

Li Mu spent more than half of his Spirit Stones, but he replenished many of the Spirit Plants he initially lacked, and collected the Tier Four Five Elements Spiritual Plant Seeds; this trip to the Celestial Secret Pavilion was not in vain after all.

However, due to the high tier and exorbitant price of the information about the Celestial Fire, Li Mu, despite his wealth, did not want to be a fool, so he did not purchase it.

Upon leaving the Celestial Secret Pavilion, Li Mu prepared to find an inn for a temporary stay.

At that moment, Li Yuan led a Tier Two Spirit Horse and walked straight toward him.

Upon seeing Li Mu, Li Yuan immediately broke into a smile, respectfully saluting Li Mu, “Senior, we meet again, what a coincidence!”

Li Mu gave a half-smile; what coincidence could there be! This fellow was obviously coming straight for him!

“What is it that you need?” Li Mu smiled as he looked at the other person, going straight to the point.

Li Yuan was of a good character, adept at interacting with people and making friends, and Li Mu had a favorable impression of him; his own strength was also quite remarkable, making him a decent companion.

“Senior, are you looking for the way to the Celestial Secret Pavilion? If you’re not too particular, I can lead you there,” Li Yuan said respectfully as he looked at Li Mu.

“No need, I’ve already been there,” Li Mu responded blandly.

“Then where are you planning to go now, Senior…?” Li Yuan asked persistently, unwilling to give up.

“Planning to find a place to rest. Do you have any business?” Li Mu frowned slightly, looking at Li Yuan.

“That’s wonderful. If it’s not too much trouble, Senior, I have a courtyard in my residence that’s currently vacant. Although it’s small, it’s much better than an inn and has a Protective Array, making it extremely safe,” Li Yuan said with genuine sincerity, filled with anticipation as he looked at Li Mu.

No good deed goes unpunished; such kindness always hides a motive.

In the Cultivation World, though Golden Core Cultivators are considered strong in Luotian City, there are hundreds of Golden Core Cultivators here.

This Li Yuan seemed a bit overly enthusiastic.

This made Li Mu keep a vigilant mind. His expression hardened, and he asked coldly, “Speak! What is it you want me to help with?”

A hint of difficulty flickered in Li Yuan’s eyes, and not daring to be frank, he said with a bit of a struggle, “Meeting you, Senior, is my honor, and being able to serve you is my fortune; how dare I covet your help?”

“You won’t say, then!” Li Mu asked with a serious face, naturally exuding an aura of anger.

Li Mu indeed found the courtyard interesting. Compared to staying at a tavern, having his own courtyard suited him better.

Li Mu enjoyed tranquility, but inns and taverns were somewhat inconvenient.

Seeing Li Mu’s penetrating gaze, Li Yuan broke out in a cold sweat and dared not beat around the bush any longer. He immediately bowed, “Senior, there is indeed something I’d like to ask for your help with. Five days from now, in the Celestial Demon Mountain Range, I’ve already invited four friends and two Golden Core Cultivators from the Li Family to seize a Tier Four Spirit Grass, the Fire Spirit Grass, to refine the Cold-Dispelling Divine Pill and remove the cold poison from our family’s Ancestor.”

“However, this Tier Four Spirit Grass is guarded by a Bloodthirsty Lion Scorpion with Tier Four Peak strength. Originally, we intended for our family’s two Golden Core Elders to handle it, but I still feel it’s insufficient. I hope you can lend a hand. If we succeed in obtaining this Tier Four Spirit Grass, I am willing to offer a hundred Top-grade Spirit Stones as thanks,” Li Yuan said anxiously, looking at Li Mu.

Initially, he didn’t plan to invite Li Mu, only wishing to establish good relations with him, but this Senior’s gaze made people feel dread, so it’s better to go with the flow and invite him on the mission, increasing their chances.

Even if he refuses, it’s not a problem. Establishing good relations with a strong individual and securing strong support would be ideal.

“Why invite me instead of asking a Nascent Soul True Monarch or someone from the Celestial Secret Pavilion to help, considering that Tier Four herbs shouldn’t be an issue for them!”

Li Mu didn’t see Foundation Establishment Stage and Golden Core Cultivators as threats, but his usual cautious nature made him want to clarify the situation first.

Li Yuan sighed, glanced around, and then cast a soundproof spell before speaking quietly, “Senior, to be honest, you’ve just arrived in Luotian City and are unaware of its complexities. Our Li Family is only a second-rate family in Celestial Luo City, with many forces wanting to eliminate us. Now, we only have one Nascent Soul Ancestor left in our family. If others find out that our Ancestor is poisoned, they will undoubtedly take advantage of us.”

“If news of the Ancestor’s condition spreads, it would be catastrophic for the Li Family. Senior, you’ve just arrived in Luotian City, which is why I muster the courage to seek your aid.”

“We absolutely dare not let others know. As for trying to buy Spirit Medicine from the Celestial Secret Pavilion, we’ve inquired, but the next shipment won’t arrive here for over half a month!”

“Each passing day deepens the Ancestor’s poison, and in the late stages, even if we succeed in detoxification, the cultivation might regress, so we’re seeking help everywhere.”

“Please lend a helping hand, Senior. As long as you’re willing to assist, we absolutely won’t shortchange you on Top-grade Spirit Stones.” Li Yuan looked at Li Mu with utmost sincerity, explaining in detail, nearly kneeling to beg Li Mu.

Li Mu frowned, unmoved; just a hundred Top-grade Spirit Stones weren’t worth getting involved in such troublesome matters. The resources he possessed could easily fetch as many Top-grade Spirit Stones as he wanted by selling casually, but he needed other special Spiritual Objects.

“I don’t need Spirit Stones, but if you can offer something else, I might be willing to lend a hand,” Li Mu pondered for a moment and proposed other conditions.

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